State bridges and overpasses: suicide prevention.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Department of Transportation to research and identify effective strategies to prevent suicides on California’s bridges and overpasses. It requires the department to develop best practices by July 1, 2028, considering input from local communities and experts. The bill focuses on deterring suicide attempts through infrastructure and design improvements. It does not create a new mandatory duty.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Transportation to identify best practices for suicide prevention on bridges and overpasses.
- Sets a deadline of July 1, 2028, for the department to complete its assessment.
- Instructs the department to consider feedback from local jurisdictions and stakeholders.
- Allows the department to determine appropriate countermeasures.
- Requires consultation with the State Department of Public Health and behavioral health experts.
Who is affected
- Department of Transportation
- Local Jurisdictions
- Behavioral Health Experts
- Bridge and Overpass Users
- Individuals at Risk of Suicide
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific timeframe for the Department of Transportation to develop and implement suicide prevention strategies.
- Formalizes the process of gathering input from local communities and stakeholders.
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